14.5% alc., pH 3.72, TA 0.60 1,349 cases, $44.. Released
May 2014. Winside, Inc., a partnership of Danish businesspersons,
acquired Donum and Stemmler in the fall of 2011, and in
November 2012, purchased Nugent Vineyard, now named Winside
Vineyard. A blend of 115 (55%) and 667 (35%) with a Pommard
selection (10%). Aged 10 months in 25% new French oak.
·Medium
reddish purple color in the glass. Very appealing nose with hitone,
soaring scents of fresh cherries, red raspberries, and
strawberries. A very harmonious offering that is discreetly
concentrated and welcoming. The spicy black raspberry core is
very tasty, the tannins are suave and well-proportioned, and the elegance is seductive. Even better
when tasted later in the day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. A noble wine with
personality.Score:92.
Reviewed July 19, 2014